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Quality machinery in larger premises at Te Aroha As the name suggests, Te Aroha Tractors & Garden Machinery specialise in machinery for large or small farm jobs or smaller jobs around the garden. Fiona and Stan Knight bought the business in 2015 and recently relocated to much larger premises to accommo-
date the large range of products and services they provide. “We are the Waikato agent for McCormick Landini tractors. The tractors are made in Italy and are ideal for New Zealand farming conditions. The McCormick X6 series 120-140hp range was voted this year’s best utility tractor,” says Fiona. “They come with some really great
features and the quality is second to none. To win the world title of Best Utility Tractor against the other common brands tells you just how good they are.” Te Aroha Tractors is also the agent for Husqvarna. Made in Sweden, the brand is well-known for its quality. “From chainsaws to push mowers and ride-ons we have everything you need to get the garden maintenance done. Winter is nearly here and that’s the time for garden maintenance. “Trees need trimming, hedges cutting and there are always leaves to get rid of,” says Fiona. As well as having the farm and Te Aroha Tractors & Garden Machinery. garden machinery sales and servicing, they also provide services for automotive, including WOF’s, in Hamilton from June 13-16. To request a demonauto electrical, heavy diesel and EWP/crane services. stration of any McCormick Landini tractor or for The award winning X6 series is due to be released general sales enquiries, call Stan on 021884904 or in May and will be on show at the National Fieldays email: stan@tatractors.co.nz
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Trial recycling event for Matamata farmers Farmers in Matamata can participate in one-stop-shop recycling events in May. This is part of a project to trial new ways of helping farmers recycle farm waste and avoid harmful disposal practices such as burning, burial and bulk storage.
The trial events are part of the New Zealand Rural Waste Minimisation Project led by Environment Canterbury with support from the Ministry for the Environment. “Dealing with inorganic waste can be a challenge for farmers and growers. This project focuses on identifying alternatives to burning, burying and bulk storage on farms,” says Environment Canterbury’s senior scientist, environmental quality and hazards Isla Hepburn. “By providing a reliable and cost-effective one-stopshop approach to rural waste, we will be helping farmers and growers to participate in rural recycling,” says isla . Rural recycling programme Agrecovery was chosen to implement the events – in Matamata on May 25
and Geraldine on May 31. Agrecovery is partnering with Plasback to deliver these events. Farmers can dispose of agrichemical and motor oil containers, unwanted agrichemicals, used motor oil and fertiliser bags on the day. Farmers can also dispose of silage and bale wrap, which will be collected on-farm within a week either side of the event date. Agrecovery general manager Simon Andrew says the events provide an opportunity to trial a collection system for rural waste, so it can be tailored for future nationwide events in the most efficient and reliable way. “We have high ambitions to clear more rural waste by partnering with industry groups, product stewardship schemes and councils.” There are 100 spots available at each event for farmers to dispose of items, so registration is essential. Waste must be booked through the Agrecovery website or by calling 0800 247 326. The booking system clarifies what waste is included and what needs to be done before bringing it in for disposal. Participants will become a member of Agrecovery and need to be from within the catchment area.
FFER OUR CUSTOMERS MORE CHOICE IN QUALITY MOWERS & MOWING SYSTEMS
The T-Max & D-Max series are especially suited to the New Zealand market, and available in both cab and non-cab versions. From 90 to 120 horsepower, all featuring:
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